verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Utah

Median Annual in Utah
$70,160/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$33.73/hr
▼ 12% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Utah

groups Employed in UT
2,080
public U.S. Median
$79,870
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$70,966 #43 of 50

Aircraft Mechanic pay in Utah, explained

Aircraft mechanics in Utah earn a median of $70,160 per year ($33.73 per hour), which is 12% below the national median of $79,870. Entry-level workers earn around $46,210, while the most experienced aircraft mechanics reach about $104,550. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Utah.

Is $70,160 good pay in Utah?

Adjusted for Utah's cost of living (which runs 99% of the U.S. average), that $70,160 is worth about $70,966 in national buying power — ranking Utah #43 for real pay (vs #40 on the sticker number).

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Aircraft Mechanic pay by experience in Utah

Entry level (10th pct)
$46,210
$22.22/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$70,160
$33.73/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$104,550
$50.26/hr

Aircraft Mechanic pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs UT
Utah (here) $70,160 $70,966
Nevada $94,890 $94,910 −$24,730
New Mexico $84,440 $91,572 −$14,280
Colorado $82,080 $79,649 −$11,920
Arizona $75,300 $74,794 −$5,140
Idaho $61,250 $64,140 +$8,910
Wyoming $56,680 $61,149 +$13,480

Aircraft Mechanic in Utah: FAQ

How much do aircraft mechanics make in Utah?

Aircraft mechanics in Utah earn a median of $70,160 per year ($33.73 per hour), compared with $79,870 nationally.

Does Utah pay aircraft mechanics well?

At $70,160, Utah pays 12% below the national median for aircraft mechanics. An estimated 2,080 work in the state.

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